Presqu'ile 2021-22 Santa Barbara Chardonnay

Presqu’île Winery, founded in 2007, is based in Santa Maria Valley and is known for its focus on cool-climate varieties, particularly Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The winery emphasizes sustainable farming and minimal-intervention winemaking to highlight site expression and purity.

Fruit for the Santa Barbara Chardonnay is sourced from vineyards across key subregions, including Santa Maria Valley and Sta. Rita Hills, where Pacific Ocean influence brings cooling fog and wind, extending the growing season and preserving acidity. The 2021 and 2022 vintages benefited from relatively moderate conditions, producing wines with clarity and balance.

Tasting Notes
Colour: Pale straw with light golden hues
Nose: Aromas of citrus, green apple, and white peach, with notes of wet stone, subtle floral tones, and restrained oak
Palate: Medium-bodied with bright acidity, featuring flavours of lemon, pear, and orchard fruit, complemented by a lightly creamy texture and mineral undertones
Finish: Clean and precise, with lingering citrus, saline notes, and subtle lees-derived complexity